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MEDIA RELEASE: Conflict ‘deepens and amplifies’ gender inequality – new global survey

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6am, Thursday, October 3rd, 2024 B-roll and images of children in conflict available here:  https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1CJVQEqZzYqnshhWwKSb1mEvae8Cio8l-?usp=sharing   Press release    Conflict ‘deepens and amplifies’ gender inequality – new global survey   New global research involving over 10,000 children and young people from 10 countries has found that gender profoundly influences how conflict is experienced.   The … Continued

Whale-friendly nations unite at the IWC in Peru to reaffirm global commercial whaling ban

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE “Commercial whaling is unethical, unsustainable and unnecessary” says Humane Society International   LIMA, Peru (26 Sept. 2024)—Whale-friendly nations at the 69th International Whaling Commission meeting have voted by a resounding majority to accept a resolution proposal to reaffirm the global ban on commercial whale killing. The draft resolution was submitted by the … Continued

Paper reveals how much influence global powers have on the economy

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Do the United States and China truly shape the global economic agenda? A new study investigating the relationship between global powers and the stock market has revealed they have more economic influence than previously thought.  The study by Charles Darwin University (CDU) and Griffith University revealed how rich and powerful nations influence the policies of … Continued

Bio Innovation Corridor established between India and La Trobe University

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La Trobe University and India’s Biotechnology Industry Research Association Council (BIRAC) have today signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) to establish a Bio Innovation Corridor to support the development of research and innovation. The Bio Innovation Corridor between India and Victoria will open access and provide landing pad opportunities to entrepreneurs, startups and researchers from … Continued

High-end Kinnotake Resorts Introduces Zen Elegance, Experience Serenity of Newly Unveiled Grand Suites in Hakone for Extraordinary Escape

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HAKONE, Japan, Sept. 17, 2024 /Kyodo JBN/ — Kinnotake Resorts, operated by Kinnotake Corporation in Hakone, Kanagawa Prefecture, announced the completion of the newly expanded Grand Suite rooms, “Ten” and “Sora,” at the Kinnotake Tonosawa. These spacious suites offer an extraordinary escape, providing an otherworldly experience reminiscent of staying in a modern Zen temple. The … Continued

Thirty years too long to turn a blind eye to world population growth

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  Talent Alert:  Sustainable Population Australia, Dr Jane O’Sullivan responds to 30th anniversary of UN ICPD   September 13 marks thirty years since the United Nations International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD) in Cairo effectively denounced population stabilisation as a development goal. Sustainable Population Australia (SPA) argues it is time for a reset. “World … Continued

World-Class Marine Port Cluster Comprehensive Index 2024 Released – A New Benchmark of Innovation, Integration and Development for Global Port and Shipping Industry

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QINGDAO, China, Sept. 11, 2024 /Xinhua-AsiaNet/– The Promotion Conference on Building World-Class Marine Port Cluster and International Logistics Corridors was held in Qingdao on August 27, 2024, during which the World-Class Marine Port Cluster Comprehensive Index 2024 was released. According to the World-Class Marine Port Cluster Development Index Report released by China Economic Information Service, China’s … Continued

US election media experts

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As Kamala Harris and Donald Trump prepare for the US presidential debate today, La Trobe University experts are available for commentary on the election race. Professor Dennis Altman AM Vice-Chancellor’s Fellow and Emeritus Professor of Politics. Professor Altman has written 15 books exploring sexuality, politics and their inter-relationship in Australia, the United States and globally. … Continued

Treaties Committee recommends ratification of Australia-PNG and ILO 187 treaties

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The Joint Standing Committee on Treaties has tabled a report recommending the ratification of two major treaty actions: Agreement Between the Government of Australia and the Government of Papua New Guinea on a Framework for Closer Security Relations; and International Labour Organization Convention No. 187: Promotional Framework for Occupational Safety and Health Convention adopted at Geneva on … Continued